Social Media and Marriage: Navigating the Challenges of a Connected World
In today’s day and age, it’s easy to feel super connected to the world around you thanks to the influence of social media. However, it’s just as simple to feel like it’s nearly impossible to escape, thanks to platforms like Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, among so many others. Whether we like to admit it or […]
Separated But Not Done: Your Guide to Marriage Restoration After Separation
If you’re reading this, chances are you and your spouse are separated—and you’re wondering if marriage restoration after separation is possible First of all, let me say this: the fact that you’re here, even reading these words, means something powerful. It means there’s still a spark of hope. And that’s enough to begin. I’ve worked […]
🛠️ How to Repair After Conflict So You Can Sleep, Focus, and Lead Better
By Rabbi Shlomo | The Marriage Restoration Project Conflict at home is inevitable. But when that conflict stays unrepaired, it lingers—in your mind, in your body, and in your leadership. Learning to actually repair after conflict is a CEO superpower. You’ll want to use it at home, at work, with clients, and colleagues. If you’re […]
Grey Divorce Prevention: How to Keep Love Alive Through the Years
As couples take the next step in their lives into the ‘later stages,’ such as retirement or becoming empty nesters, there’s no doubt their typical day-to-day is going to shift significantly. And while this time can be exciting for couples, it can inevitably cause shifts in relationship dynamics as children leave the home and careers […]
How Couples Emotionally Process Divorce
Stages of Relationship Dissolution: Understanding the Emotional Journey of Divorce Consideration By Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, Founder of The Marriage Restoration Project When couples reach out to us at The Marriage Restoration Project, they are often in pain—overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, and unsure of what to do next. What they’re experiencing is more than just conflict—it’s often […]
When Love Changes: Exploring “Sleeping Separately” in Marriage
In any relationship, what’s deemed ‘normal’ can vary from couple to couple. Whether you and your spouse have silly date night practices, have a unique cooking routine, or manage childcare in an unexpected manner, what is normal for you may seem a bit odd to someone outside of your relationship. One such area of difference […]
My husband is passive aggressive
“My husband is passive aggressive and I can’t stand it anymore! It’s so negative!” “My husband is passive aggressive and I can’t stand it anymore! It’s so negative!” Dealing with a passive aggressive person can be extremely angering and confusing. However, the way you respond to the passive aggressive behavior will influence whether or not […]
Raising Kids Together: Managing Different Parenting Styles in Marriage
While we may hate to admit it, no relationship is completely stress- and conflict-free. Each couple faces unique disagreements and stress points in their relationship, whether it’s due to money issues or arguments about how to best raise the kids. For the latter, these conflicts can often arise due to different parenting styles, with one […]
Dealing with an Insecure Husband: How to Reassure Without Losing Yourself
In any relationship or marriage, no matter how strong or how long you’ve been together, there are bumps in the road that can arise. This can especially be the case for couples in which one spouse suffers from anxiety or insecurity about themselves or the relationship. Some insecurities may be founded in reality, such as […]
Should You Check Your Husband’s Internet History? Navigating Digital Trust in Marriage
In this modern age of technology, it seems like we’re all attached to our devices, whether for work or for entertainment purposes. From spending time on social media on our phones to browsing endless shopping channels on our laptops to playing online games with friends on our favorite gaming systems, there are so many ways […]
Why Do I Feel Like My Husband Is Hiding Something? Signs of Secrecy & How to Talk About It
With any relationship, open communication and trust are key to success. When one partner is being secretive or hiding things from the other, this can effectively close communication and damage the trust that has been so carefully built from the start. Oftentimes, the partner that feels the other is hiding something feels distrustful and often […]
My Husband Criticizes Me: How to Handle Constant Criticism in Marriage
No relationship is perfect, and neither is your spouse, no matter how much you love them and trust them. There are times that your partner can be challenging or disruptive, which can inevitably lead to you feeling frustrated and overwhelmed, resulting in your criticizing their behavior or actions. And while some criticism can be helpful, […]
Breaking the Cycle of Resentment: How to Let Go and Move Forward
No matter how long you’ve been together, every relationship can have highs and lows. From the excitement of first getting married to the challenges of everyday commitments and responsibilities that come soon after, there are countless hurdles that couples must work together to overcome each and every single day in their relationship. This process involves […]
The True Price of Divorce: Understanding the Financial and Emotional Costs of Divorce
When any couple reaches a breaking point in their marriage and the dreaded word, ‘divorce,’ starts to rear its ugly head, they may already feel like their relationship is on a path towards failure. Whether it’s due to infidelity, lack of communication or an outright betrayal, this is a dangerous path for any married couple […]
The Role of Self-Care in a Strong Marriage: How Taking Care of Yourself Helps the Relationship
When thinking about ways to keep a marriage vibrant and healthy, we often find ourselves considering aspects that involve both partners. Whether it’s maintaining healthy and open communication, making sure to dedicate ample quality time together or simply taking the time to show how much you care about your partner, it’s easy to understand why […]
Is It Just a Rough Patch? Recognizing When to Seek Help in Your Relationship
Every relationship has its ups and downs, whether you’ve been together for a few months, a few years or a few decades. Sometimes, these rough patches are just temporary and can be relatively easy to get through with some teamwork and a little extra elbow grease. On the other hand, these bumps in the road […]
Handling Financial Disputes: Practical Tips for Money Harmony in Marriage
In any successful marriage or partnership, there is often one point of contention that can arise, no matter how communicative and transparent you are with one another – finances. Whether you’re financially stable and secure or carefully budgeting month to month, it can be easy to reach points of disagreement or outright argument when money […]
A Partner’s Guide to Supporting Grief: Navigating Loss Together
There is no experience quite as life-changing as experiencing a tragic loss. Whether it’s the sudden death of a beloved family member or the loss of a treasured career, these life-altering experiences can truly be devastating to any individual. From the sudden absence to the loss of support to uncertainty of the future, there are […]
Surviving the Holidays After an Affair
While the holiday season may bring about fond memories and happy times spent with friends and family, there are some situations that can cause insurmountable stress and despair, such as experiencing the turmoil of infidelity. This betrayal is often felt tenfold during the holiday season, which is meant to be a season of celebrating love […]
The Silent Treatment: How to Communicate Through Conflict Without Withdrawal
While there are so many positive experiences that come along with marriage, the unfortunate truth is that there are some not quite as exciting experiences that every couple faces. Namely, conflicts with your spouse. Whether this is a disagreement over something simple, such as what to have for dinner, or a fully fledged argument over […]